Varanasi → Deoghar
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Uttar Pradesh to Jharkhand · 385 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW DELHI - KOL SEALDAH Rajdhani Exp #12314 · Raj |
01:38 | 06:23 | 4h 45m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express #12302 · Raj |
01:55 | 06:40 | 4h 45m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Sealdah AC Duronto Express #12260 · Drnt |
04:56 | 09:29 | 4h 33m | 1A,2A,3A |
| West Bengal Sampark Kranti Express #12330 · SKr |
06:55 | 12:35 | 5h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Howrah Duronto Express #12274 · Drnt |
22:23 | 03:12 | 4h 49m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| MUMBAI CST - HOWRAH Mail (via Allahabad) #12322 · SF |
00:12 | 07:10 | 6h 58m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| AMRITSAR - KOLKATA CHITPUR Durgiana SF Exp #12358 · SF |
01:10 | 07:06 | 5h 56m | 2A,3A,SL |
| JammuTawi-Kolkata Chitpur Express #13152 · Exp |
01:30 | 10:23 | 8h 53m | 2A,3A,SL |
| GANDHIDHAM - HOWRAH Garbha Exp #12937 · SF |
03:15 | 09:02 | 5h 47m | 2A,3A,SL |
| BIKANER - KOLKATA CHITPUR Pratap Exp #12495 · SF |
03:15 | 09:02 | 5h 47m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ahmedabad-Asansol (Weekly) SF Parasnath Express #12941 · SF |
03:15 | 09:02 | 5h 47m | 3A,SL |
| Varanasi-Asansol Passenger #53522 · Pass |
04:25 | 19:05 | 14h 40m | |
| KOLHAPUR CSMT - DHANBAD Deekshabhoomi Exp #11045 · Exp |
05:00 | 12:00 | 7h 00m | 3A,SL |
| Ajmer Sealdah Express #12988 · SF |
05:15 | 11:05 | 5h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12382 · SF |
05:25 | 12:08 | 6h 43m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Amritsar - Sealdah Superfast Express #12380 · SF |
06:55 | 12:35 | 5h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| AGRA CANTT - KOLKATA CHITPUR SF Exp #12320 · SF |
06:55 | 12:35 | 5h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Doon Express #23010 · Exp |
16:15 | 01:10 | 8h 55m | SL |
| Doon Express #13010 · Exp |
16:15 | 01:10 | 8h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jodhpur-Howrah SF Express #12308 · SF |
17:10 | 23:40 | 6h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Bikaner-Howrah SF Express #22308 · SF |
17:10 | 23:40 | 6h 30m | 3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Howrah SF Express #12324 · SF |
19:45 | 01:50 | 6h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Chambal Express #12176 · SF |
20:15 | 02:41 | 6h 26m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Chambal Express #12178 · SF |
20:15 | 02:41 | 6h 26m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shipra Express #19305 · Exp |
20:15 | 02:41 | 6h 26m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kalka Mail #12312 · SF |
20:40 | 03:15 | 6h 35m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Ganga Sutlej Express #13308 · Exp |
20:55 | 04:55 | 8h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Dhanbad is approximately 385 km (239 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 409 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttar Pradesh to Jharkhand.
Dhanbad does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Deoghar (DGH). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Varanasi and Dhanbad with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 18 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Varanasi to Dhanbad route. The journey takes approximately 8 hrs 11 min covering ~409 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Varanasi to Dhanbad BusesA road trip from Varanasi to Dhanbad covers approximately 409 km and takes around 4 hrs 54 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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